Here is a link to many of the pictures we have taken at GSATC events over the last year or so. If you like surveying large groups of photos, the Cooliris browser plug in is really worth the effort. It’s very cool.
Heard about the effort to bring high speed Google broadband to Greenville? Well, the best place to learn what’s going on before next week’s public event is Tech After Five. We’ll have the organizers of the We are Feeling Lucky, Google On Main initiative to work the Ta5 crowd, explain what’s going to happen on Saturday, March 20 and get you connected and ready to help in bringing high speed Google to Greenville!
RSVP for Tech After Five and meet the Google on Main organizers on Wednesday!
Tech After Five
Wednesday, March 17, 2010
5:30 PM – 7:30 PM
SC Launch company,Ice Dragon Cooling was named one of the top five innovations at the International CES, a convention produced by the Consumer Electronics Association. The convention is the largest and most recognized electronic technology event in the world, and hosts thousands of exhibitors and tens of thousands of attendees each year.
The company, based in Columbia, SC, offers an innovative product that cools electronics systems. The technology combines water, surfactants, and antimicrobial metallic nanoparticles to create a solution for improved cooling performance. This technology is the result of a joint research project of the University of South Carolina and the U.S. Air Force.
“SC Launch was established to support the growth of promising technology-based companies in South Carolina. Ice Dragon has proven to clearly fit this role,” said SC Launch Executive Director Dave McNamara.
“We are thrilled for Ice Dragon to receive this honor and recognition,” said Bill Mahoney, SCRA CEO.
“Ice Dragon’s achievement reflects the world-class science and technology commercialization results which are now consistently emerging from South Carolina.”
The Ice Dragon solution is estimated to reduce temperatures by up to 20% more efficiently than water. Liquid cooled systems can take advantage of cost savings as Ice Dragon is able to reduce pump and radiator fan velocities while maintaining a consistent temperature that is similar to water.
via: SC Launch
Convinced that Greenville County is “a great area to grow a business in,” Network Aces and the Greenville Area Development Corporation have announced the establishment of the new company’s operations in Greenville, South Carolina, effective immediately. The company’s launch includes the filling of 3 new jobs immediately, with the possibility of additions to come.
The company will focus on offering IT network support services and hardware designed to economically meet the needs of small and middle-market businesses, said William Pratt, a principal in the company.
“This area is tremendous for business and has a tremendous demand for networking, IT infrastructure, VoIP and security services,” said Pratt in explaining the company’s launch here. “We were very familiar with the Greenville and Upstate area, and had fallen in love with the quality of life and robust business environment. We see the sky as the limit for Network Aces in Greenville County.”
The new Greenville operation is located at 101 Verdae Boulevard, said Pratt. He sees the vibrant small and mid-market business presence in the Upstate as a natural for growing Network Aces’ business.
“We focus on developing customized, yet affordable, technology solutions for our clients, keeping their information systems up to speed so they can concentrate on running a profitable business,” said Pratt. “From desktop support to maintenance services and networking to security enhancement, we work around our clients’ schedules with onsite, after hours, emergency and even weekend service. We think there’s a real market for a customer-first IT firm, and we expect a steep growth curve for Network Aces in the Upstate.”
“Network Aces is a good example of a company whose IT capabilities and talents fill an important niche here in the Upstate,” said Mike Buiter, Chairman of the Greenville Area Development Corporation Board. “Smaller businesses are the lifeblood of American business, and Network Aces is entrepreneurial, innovative and growth-oriented. They’ll be a great addition to Greenville County and South Carolina.”
via: Network Aces
If you need to learn how to maximize the potential of a new technology then TechVenture, an award winning entrepreneurial program developed by the Kauffman Foundation, can show you how.
FastTrac TechVenture is 30 hours of instruction over 10 modules designed specifically for entrepreneurs in the fields of technology or life sciences. It focuses on the specific needs of these entrepreneurs, whose business ideas are based on:
• Developing and marketing technology.
• Developing technology that enables creation or enhancement of a non-technology business.
• Developing biotechnology and life sciences products or services.
Throughout the program, entrepreneurs will strengthen their ability to make critical decisions and equip themselves with the knowledge and skills needed to improve the performance of their potential or existing technology businesses. The primary objectives of the program are to enable them to accomplish the following:
• Effectively evaluate and improve their business concept.
• Express the business concept through an Elevator Pitch, a Business Plan, and an Investor Presentation.
• Build a valuable network of entrepreneurial peers and important mentor relationships.
WHERE/WHEN:
Aiken: May 20 -21, 2010 (Modules 1-3)
Charleston: June 17-18, 2010 (Modules 4-6)
Greenville: July 15-16, 2010 (Modules 7-9)
Columbia: August 19-20, 2010 (Module 10 with Graduation/Investor Presentations)
CLASS SCHEDULE:
Thursday 3pm—6pm
Study/Coaching Workshops 7pm-9pm (with Industry Specific Coaches)
Friday 9am—Noon and 1pm—3pm
COSTS:
Tuition: $595.00 (Retail Value is $895.00)
Hotel Room Rate: <$100.00 per night
All Meals Included
At the graduation ceremony on August 20, 2010, graduates will have an opportunity to pitch their technology business to potential investors (Venture Capitalists, Angels, Corporate R & D Representatives, and Others).
FastTracSC, an initiative of the Charleston Metro Chamber of Commerce, has a vision to create new jobs, new businesses and new wealth for South Carolinians. Through state funding, corporate donations and the assistance of the FastTracSC Coalition which includes South Carolina Universities, Technical Colleges and state/local organizations dedicated to assisting in the development of new businesses in South Carolina, FastTracSC has been able to provide entrepreneurial training throughout the state to residents at all levels of business development.
For more information on TechVenture and the other programs offered by FastTracSC, visit our website at www.FastTracSC.org or email Mary Dickerson at mdickerson@charlestonchamber.org.
via: FastTracSC
Tuesday, March 16
6:00pm GSP Developers Guild
Presenting, “Introduction to Test Driven Development using NUnit in Visual Studio 2008,” The GSP Developers Guild’s Chris McKenzie demonstrates the development of a simple component using TDD and will field questions from the audience.
In addition, Joe Walling will demonstrate CryptoLicensing (an intellectual property licensing product).
6:30pm Jumpstart Your Business Workshop
The Clemson Small Business Development Center (SBDC) is offering the workshop, “JumpStart Your Business, Tips for Start Up Success.” The workshop explores the basics of what it takes to get into business. Topics include how to set-up a business, forms of business organization, an overview of financial statements, general legal requirements, the elements of an effective business plan, financing options, and how to improve the odds of success.
7:00pm PC User Group
The PC User Group will continue their discussion of Windows 7 and this time will be focusing on the differences between Windows 7 and previous versions of Windows. They will also have time allotted for problem solving, where members can ask questions and seek solutions to their PC issues.
Wednesday, March 17
12:00pm Radio: Your Day
A live call-in hour focused on the Internet, computers, and related technologies. Eric Rodgers hosts Phil Yanov, President of the GSA Technology Council and Thinkhammer. Listeners can call in via the tollfree number 888-539-8859 to ask questions about the Internet, computers, new digital devices and related topics in consumer electronics or listen to the live webstream.
5:30pm Tech After 5
Tech After 5 reconvenes this St. Patrick’s Day for its monthly gathering at Barley’s Tap Room. It’s a chance to make significant connections in a casual atmosphere.
Friday, March 19
11:15am ISSA – Security Professionals
Addressing the question, “How Can I Tell If My Cell Phone Is Bugged?” Tom Slovenski, Mobile Malware Expert gives a one hour brief on the newest threat to the IT community: mobile phone spyware.
for more events, visit the GSATC Tech Event Calendar
The NextStart community is looking for innovative entrepreneurs dedicated to creating a successful business but lack the experience, connections, and money necessary to start their venture. The NextStart program offers participants up to $10,000 in seed money investment combined with training and mentoring. The program, now in it’s second year, brings rising entrepreneurs into contact with the GSA Technology Council, Clemson University and other community entrepreneurial leaders and connections.
The deadline for applications is April 5.
via: NextStart
GSATC wants to know; who out there is interested in joining a SalesForce.com user group! We want to know who wants to meet up, put together some events and build a SalesForce.com community with us. If you’re interested in learning why SalesForce.com is worth creating a group over and would like to help others, then turn yourself in!
If you’re interested in joining forces, click here
The Clemson Small Business Development Center (SBDC) is offering a workshop aimed start up and small businesses on March 16th.
“JumpStart Your Business, Tips for Start Up Success” will explore the basics of what it takes to get into business. Topics include how to set-up a business, forms of business organization, an overview of financial statements, general legal requirements, the elements of an effective business plan, financing options, and how to improve the odds of success. This practical program is designed to help you ask the right questions and find the most important information to make informed business decisions. Pre-registration is required. Call 864.370.1545
OR EMAIL SBOSTIC@CLEMSON.EDU
WHEN
Tuesday, March 16th, 2010; 6:30 – 8:00 pm
WHERE
Clemson at the Falls
55 East Camperdown Way, Greenville
Classroom 1A
INVESTMENT
$25
via: Clemson Small Business Development Center
A group of volunteers has come together to form the We Are Feeling Lucky campaign to attract Google’s high speed internet project to the city of Greenville. In addition to collaborating to complete the questionnaire and demonstrate the city of Greenville is eager to become part of Google’s test project, the group is organizing the “Google on Main” human chain. On the evening of March 20th event participants will be called upon to spell out the word “Google” by standing in formation on the blocks along Main street while waving glow sticks in the air. Organizers say they will photograph the formation from the air and use it as a demonstration of local interest in the Google broadband initiative. More information at http://www.wearefeelinglucky.com.
